getting S14 transmission back in!

[djradam]

hello, I guess i'm new here (usually post on other 240 boards). anyway, got the trans out, new clutch and flywheel: fidanza and basic exedy. can't wait to drive! but i'm thinin i need a transmission to do so

i've read things like take off the exhaust, or turn the transmission 180 degrees, etc etc.

see, i had the transmission in last week, but then i realized i broke the crankshaft position sensor! so now that i have it, i've been trying to get this thing in without breaking the sensor again but have no luck doing so.

any recommendations without removing exhaust? (it's rusted and i just don't want to spend the time repairing...) we were thinking on trying to jack up the engine slightly on the oil pan, but i'm almost scared of cracking it, i just need the engine titled slightly.

damn firewall!

anyway, if you guys could offer any more insight it would be VERY much appreciated.

thank you!Robert

[NISTECH]

put the trans in first, then put the sensor in.

[djradam]

yeah, i could try that... it WOULD be easier. i read on 240sx.org (i think) to install the trans in upside down (180 degrees). only problem is when i put it in the right way, i am unable to rotate because the trans is hitting part of the exhaust, i'll probably take your suggestion, thanks nistech!